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Mums

Pink /
Purple
Burgundy
Yellow
Bronze / Orange
White
Poinsettias

6-1/2 Inch (1 Plant)
7-1/2 Inch (2
Plants)
8 Inch (3 Plants)
10 Inch (4 Plants)
All plants include foil wrap
and sleeve protector!
Colors Available: Red,
White, or Pink
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for our Poinsettia Pointers!
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Available mid August
beautiful mums in
wonderful fall colors. Stop by early for the
best selection!
THE POINSETTIA IS
NOT POISONOUS
The widespread belief that poinsettias are poisonous is a misconception.
The scientific evidence demonstrating the poinsettia’s safety is ample
and well documented.
Studies
conducted by The Ohio State University in cooperation with the Society
of American Florists concluded that no toxicity was evident at
experimental ingestion levels far exceeding those likely to occur in a
home environment. In fact, the POISINDEX Information Service, the
primary information resource used by most poison control centers, states
that a 50-pound child would have to ingest over 500 poinsettia bracts to
surpass experimental doses. Yet even at this high level, no toxicity was
demonstrated.
As with
all ornamental plants, poinsettias are not intended for human or animal
consumption. Individuals with a sensitivity to latex – the milky fluid
found in cut poinsettias and other plants – may experience allergic
reactions in the form of a rash or irritation that develops when the
skin is exposed to the latex. This has been observed to occur only with
people who are allergic to latex and products made from this material.
However, the poinsettia has been demonstrated to be a safe plant. In
fact, in 1992, the poinsettia was included on the list of houseplants
most helpful in removing pollutants from indoor air. So, not only is
the poinsettia a safe and beautiful addition to your holiday decor, it
can even help keep your indoor air clean!
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